2007 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 589 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2010 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 320 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |